X-Chair X2 vs Steelcase Amia

Side by side from official specifications, sourced prices and User Insights. No written comparison exists for this pair yet.

X-Chair

X-Chair X2

$879

Steelcase

Steelcase Amia

$1,099 – $1,511

125 lb

higher rated load for Steelcase Amia than X-Chair X2 (official specs)

Differences at a glance

X-Chair X2Steelcase Amia

Price: $879$1,099 – $1,511
Seat height: 15.81–20 in16–21 in
Seat depth: 16.25–18 in15.5–18.5 in (functional, 3 in adjustment); seat depth 18.5 in
Load capacity: 275 lb (125 kg)400 lb (181.4 kg)
Recline: SciFloat Infinite Recline + Tilt Lock and Tension allows you to recline and lock into position or increase tension in your recline motion for more fluid movement.Seat-to-back angle 100°–120°
Arms: 4-Dimensional armrests come standard (up, down, side-to-side, front-to-back); option to upgrade to FS 360 rotational armrests; Armrest Height 6.75in - 9.5inStandard 4-dimensional arm support; options: height-adjustable arms, armless
Headrest: Optional add-on (standard configuration: No headrest; Headrest +$90)None listed among official options
Lumbar support: Dynamic Variable Lumbar (DVL)® Support; height adjustable backrest raises the DVL®Standard height-adjustable lumbar included with Amia and Amia Air with 3D Microknit back
Warranty: 5 years (all parts and materials); 15 years (non-moving metal components, chair frame)Steelcase Limited Lifetime Warranty – 12 years, multi-shift, 24/7 parts and labor

From 0 X-Chair X2 and 67 Steelcase Amia user reviews, most mentioned first. Green is liked, orange is a caution.

Which is cheaper, the X-Chair X2 or the Steelcase Amia?

The X-Chair X2 is cheaper to start: $879 versus $1,099 for the Steelcase Amia at the brand stores (Sep 2026).

Which has a higher weight capacity?

The Steelcase Amia, rated for 400 lb versus 275 lb for the X-Chair X2.

Which has a headrest?

Only the X-Chair X2 (as an option); the Steelcase Amia does not offer one.

What do owners mention most?

Comfort for the X-Chair X2, and price and value for the Steelcase Amia, based on review summaries.